Spetses – Poros
Ferries to Saronic Islands
Spetses – Poros
Ferries to Saronic Islands
There are usually 2 daily and 10 weekly sailings between Spetses and Poros (Saronic Islands). 2 operators sail this route
The earliest Spetses Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry sailings typically depart Spetses at around 06:20. The last ferry usually departs at 16:35.
Spetses Poros (Saronic Islands) Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 1h 35m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 15m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 2 daily sailings and up to 10 weekly ferry sailings from Spetses to Poros (Saronic Islands). These sailings are provided by Alpha Lines & Hellenic Seaways. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Spetses Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry prices typically range between 25.0 €* and 79.4 €*. The average price is typically 48.0 €*. The cheapest Spetses Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry prices start from 25.0 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 48.0 €*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Spetses to Poros (Saronic Islands) is approximately 25.2 miles (40.5km) or 21.9 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Spetses and Poros (Saronic Islands)
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Spetses to Poros (Saronic Islands) with Hellenic Seaways. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Spetses - Poros (Saronic Islands) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Alpha Lines & Hellenic Seaways | |
| Average Price | 48 €* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 10 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 35m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 15m | |
| First Ferry | 06:20 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:35 | |
| Distance | 21 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The Greek island of Spetses is one of the Saronic group of islands. Its ancient name was Pityonissos and Pityousa from the ancient Greek word for tree, "Pitys". The Venetians brought the name Spetses with them as they used to call the island "Isola di Spezzie" which means the island of aromas (spices). The largest town on the island is also called Spetses and is quite unusual in that private vehicles are not allowed within the town's boundary. As a result, people who live there or visit, have no choice but to walk or take a horse-drawn carriage. Motorcycles and bicycles are permitted.
The closest beaches to the town are Agios Mamas, in the centre of the town, and Kaiki beach which is around 1 km to the north west and Agia Marina which is 2 km to the south. For beaches further from the town, such as Zogeria, Agioi Anargiroi and Agia Paraskevi, there are public buses that can be taken.
In the Medieval times, the island flourished with trade and the locals constructed elegant mansions that survive to this day. Spetses is also a popular weekend destination due to its proximity to Athens.
The town and port of Poros is located on the Greek island of Kefalonia and provides an important link, via its ferry service, between the island and mainland Greece. Many of the fishermen's houses that made up the town were destroyed by an earthquake in 1953 but with the aid of the British the town was rebuilt and is set in the beautiful scenery of the Atros and Pahni mountains and its coastline, which provides the town with its port and beaches. The ravine of Poros is a popular attraction and is an 80 m deep precipice, with steep slopes where you can see hollows in the rocks - which are supposedly the footprints of the mythological Hercules. The River Vohinas springs from a 'bottomless' lake, with is a dry bed river in the summer months but in winter it flows through the town.
Legend has it that the large rocks that are located just off the beach between Poros and Skala were thrown at early invaders by the Cyclops. The coastline on the other side of Poros, facing Ithaca, is one of the last refuges of the endangered Mediterranean Monk Seal.
